Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not cover routine dental care, routine eye exams, or most hearing services. However, many Medicare Advantage plans do include these benefits — and knowing the difference could save you thousands of dollars per year. What Does...
You can first enroll in Medicare during your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP), which is a 7-month window that begins 3 months before the month you turn 65, includes your birthday month, and ends 3 months after. Missing this window without qualifying for a Special...
If you’re trying to choose between Medicare Advantage and a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan, here’s the key difference in one sentence: Medicare Advantage replaces your original Medicare, while a Medigap plan supplements it. Both help cover costs that...
If you received a notice saying Medicare denied payment, you have the right to appeal. An appeal is a formal request you make if you disagree with a coverage or payment decision. Always check your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) to see if Medicare has paid for your...
Medicare usually doesn’t cover medical care outside the U.S. and its territories. However, Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans must cover care you receive outside the U.S. in some very limited certain circumstances: • Medicare will pay for emergency...
Today’s newsletter examines the changes to Medicaid, their potential impact, and the political and legal challenges to the new bill. The majority of these changes will affect non-disabled adults age 18-64, so those age 65 and over don’t need to panic, but some of the...
